Demonstrated Skills:
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Game-Based Learning Design – Applies instructional design principles to create an engaging, interactive learning experience that reinforces chemistry concepts.
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Game Development & Prototyping – Utilizes game engines like Unity or Unreal Engine to build a functional prototype with educational gameplay mechanics.
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Educational Content Integration – Translates fundamental chemistry concepts into interactive challenges, simulations, or puzzles.
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User Experience (UX) & Interface Design – Designs intuitive controls, user-friendly interfaces, and engaging visual elements to enhance learning.
Description: A video game prototype developed to teach concepts of basic chemistry while using gamification with the nostalgia of 8-bit gaming.
Tool Used: Gdevelop, Photoshop, GameMaker Studio, Piskel
ISLT Competencies
Communication Skills:
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Communicate effectively in written, oral, and visual formats.
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Produce clear, concise and grammatically correct messages.
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Produce visuals that adhere to the principles of message design.
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Use appropriate tools to communicate with learners, clients, and other stakeholders.
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Apply effective questioning and facilitation techniques.
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Practice active listening.
Design Skills:
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Apply learning theory and systems thinking to design practice.
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Design interventions to address learning and performance.
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Generate appropriate instructional strategies and activities.
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Apply interaction design principles.
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Design assessments to measure learning and performance.
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Identify the scope and sequence for instructional solutions.
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Use visual design principles appropriately.
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Generate design documents and disseminate findings to stakeholders.
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Provide a rationale for design decisions.
Evaluation and Research Skills:
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Design and develop formative and summative evaluation plans.
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Conduct a formative evaluation of an instructional intervention.
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Apply appropriate qualitative and quantitative data collection methods.
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Collect, analyze, and summarize data.
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Develop a communication, implementation, and monitoring plan.
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Generate evaluation reports and disseminate findings to stakeholders.
Personal and Interpersonal Skills:
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Collaborate effectively with others.
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Give and receive constructive feedback.
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Build positive relationships with team members, clients, and other stakeholders.
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Stay current about advances in instructional systems and learning technology.
Analysis Skills:
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Analyze learning and performance problems to recommend appropriate solutions.
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Use a variety of analysis practices such as performance system analysis, needs assessment, goal, task, learner, and context analysis.
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Determine subordinate and prerequisite knowledge and skills.
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Analyze content from a variety of human and non-human sources.
Technology and Media Skills:
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Select and use appropriate technology and media for specific outcomes.
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Develop instructional materials using various media (e.g., print, audio-visual, multimedia).
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Develop and use web-based instruction, e-learning, social media, and content management tools.
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Analyze the characteristics of existing and emerging technology.
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Use technology correctly for professional communication purposes.
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Use technology tools in the design process.
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Analyze the cost and benefit of technology and media use.
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Provide a rationale for technology and media decisions.
Management Skills:
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Develop a management plan.
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Allocate resources.
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Establish project scope and goals.
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Collaborate with team members, clients, and stakeholders.
Demonstrated Skills:
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Instructional Design & Scripting – Develops clear, engaging, and structured scripts that effectively convey complex topics in an easy-to-understand manner.
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Visual & Motion Graphics Design – Incorporates animations, diagrams, and infographics using software like After Effects or Canva to reinforce learning concepts.
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Audience Engagement & Analytics – Monitors viewer engagement, comments, and YouTube analytics to refine content strategy and maximize reach.
Description: This instructional video, which includes animation and even an interactive version, was created through Articulate Storyline. It shows the user how to properly clean a tankless water heater with visual examples and action segments.
Tool Used: Canva, Youtube, PowToon, Articulate Storyline
ISLT Competencies
Communication Skills:
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Communicate effectively in written, oral, and visual formats.
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Produce clear, concise and grammatically correct messages.
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Produce visuals that adhere to the principles of message design.
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Deliver effective and engaging presentations.
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Use appropriate tools to communicate with learners, clients, and other stakeholders.
Design Skills:
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Apply learning theory and systems thinking to design practice.
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Design interventions to address learning and performance.
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Align outcomes, strategies, and assessments.
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Generate appropriate instructional strategies and activities.
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Use visual design principles appropriately.
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Generate design documents and disseminate findings to stakeholders.
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Provide a rationale for design decisions.
Evaluation and Research Skills:
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Apply appropriate qualitative and quantitative data collection methods.
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Collect, analyze, and summarize data.
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Generate evaluation reports and disseminate findings to stakeholders.
Personal and Interpersonal Skills:
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Give and receive constructive feedback.
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Build positive relationships with team members, clients, and other stakeholders.
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Stay current about advances in instructional systems and learning technology.
Analysis Skills:
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Analyze learning and performance problems to recommend appropriate solutions.
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Use a variety of analysis practices such as performance system analysis, needs assessment, goal, task, learner, and context analysis.
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Determine subordinate and prerequisite knowledge and skills.
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Analyze content from a variety of human and non-human sources.
Technology and Media Skills:
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Select and use appropriate technology and media for specific outcomes.
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Develop instructional materials using various media (e.g., print, audio-visual, multimedia).
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Develop and use web-based instruction, e-learning, social media, and content management tools.
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Use technology correctly for professional communication purposes.
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Use technology tools in the design process.
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Analyze the cost and benefit of technology and media use.
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Provide a rationale for technology and media decisions.
Management Skills:
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Develop a management plan.
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Allocate resources.
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Establish project scope and goals.
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Collaborate with team members, clients, and stakeholders.